Madison's historic hall located on Lake Mendota right next to the Memorial Union's famed Terrace. The greats have been playing and speaking here since 1939.

In the 21st Century, the Union Theater continues to flourish with ideas and programs, energy and vision. That vision becomes a reality hundreds of times each year, when the theater is reserved for use or its doors open to a lively and inquiring audience.

Over and over the mission of the theater is validated by applause as an artist is acknowledged, or by a significant silence as an important idea or a profound experience is considered. The Union Theater remains warm, lively and inviting, while the magic of great performances and the ferment of ideas continue to fill it.

General Theater Event Information

Doors open 30 minutes before the event start time.

Drinks are permitted in, but nothing in glass, and no pitchers.

Alcohol is not permitted in for events sponsored by Registered Student Organizations.

Food is not allowed.

No photography or recording is permitted.

For ticketed events in Memorial Union, the Memorial Union box office will be open 2 hours before the start of the event.

For ticketed events in Union South, the Union South ticket booth will open 2 hours before the start of the event.